The definition of the word hero means: a person who, in the opinion of others, has heroic qualities or has performed a heroic act and is regarded as a model or ideal: A hero is someone who is brave and courageous in spite of the tremendous odds against him or her. It is a person … [Read more...] about Who Is your Hero?
Parents: Raising Your Child in a Troubling World
My two daughters are grown and have families of their own now. When my youngest daughter went to college she wrote me a letter that to this day I hold dear to my heart. She validated my parenting skills telling me she was glad I set boundaries and confronted her when she went … [Read more...] about Parents: Raising Your Child in a Troubling World
Family Dynamics and Dilemmas
I was thirteen in 1970 so all of my teenage years were in the seventies, which was an interesting time in our country, especially for girls. I guess it really started much earlier but since we lived in the mid-west and my parents were very old fashioned and conservative we were … [Read more...] about Family Dynamics and Dilemmas
Getting Your Child Ready For a New Sibling
Adam never was really into sharing things. When his cousins would visit, his way of greeting them was to explain what was his, followed by “Don’t Touch!” Inevitably it would lead to a showdown in which I’d have to pry a toy he hasn’t even looked at since he was an infant from his … [Read more...] about Getting Your Child Ready For a New Sibling
Jogging Stroller Checklist
Being prepared is better than being in the dark – “Forewarned is Forearmed”. A simple list that guides you through the purchase of a jogging stroller: Jogging stroller CHECK LIST Things to consider: Yes (Y) No (N) Very Important Is a brand name important? Y Are accessories, … [Read more...] about Jogging Stroller Checklist
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to